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Diesel Engines
Aftertreatment System Designs Will Evolve to Meet Customer and Emissions Requirements
Increasingly stringent emissions regulations and customer needs will bring about the need for new aftertreatment system technologies.
February 25, 2022
Engine manufacturers continue to advance aftertreatment and engine designs to meet current and future emissions regulations.
Truck Parts & Components
Reduce Carbon Emissions Utilizing Familiar IC Engine Technology
Cummins will offer fuel agnostic internal combustion engines based on common platforms to reduce upfront cost and OEM design requirements.
February 17, 2022
The 15-liter natural gas engine is an important part of Cummins strategy for its path to zero emissions.
Pickup Trucks & Vans
Ram Truck Moves Toward Electrified Future with BEV Ram 1500
Company launches RamRevolution.com to seek customer input and participation.
February 8, 2022
The Ram 1500 EV promises a 500-mile range with a conventional body on frame construction and standard all-wheel drive. The truck will be built on an electric drive module that combines the motor, gearbox and inverter.
Utility Vehicles
Lithium-Ion Powered Tiger Tow Tractor and Taylor-Dunn Bigfoot Utility Vehicles
Waev
Waev Inc. has opened orders for the all-new, fully electric, lithium-ion-powered Tiger tow tractors and Taylor-Dunn Bigfoot utility vehicles.
February 7, 2022
Waev Tiger-Bigfoot-Li-Ion
Infrastructure
What Construction Contractors Need to Know About EV Infrastructure
Building a network of 500,000 electric vehicle charging station by 2030 across the U.S. is the goal set by President Biden. Delivering on that goal will be state agencies and contractors to bid, plan and complete the infrastructure work.
February 7, 2022
EV charging station at the Visitors Center in Palm Springs, CA.
Batteries
American Battery Solutions Launches Alliance I48-3.0 Lithium-Ion Battery During 2022 PGA Show
The I48-3.0 offers up to 75% greater discharge capabilities than any other standard-sized Lithium-Ion battery, enabling it to endure the power of the most abusive aftermarket motor controllers offered on the market.
January 25, 2022
American Battery Solutions Alliance I48 Battery
Compact Equipment
Compact Battery Electric Machines Gain Ground in Construction
While not yet mainstream, battery-electric compact machines prove they are here to stay in the construction industry.
January 24, 2022
The unique design of the T7X has nearly 50% fewer parts than its diesel hydraulic equivalent. It’s 10 times quieter than its diesel hydraulic equivalent.
Cutoff Saws
Stihl's TSA 230 Battery-Powered Cutquik Cut-Off Saw
STIHL Inc.
The cut-off saw enables indoor cutting in enclosed spaces and other jobsites where users are not permitted to use traditional gasoline-powered cut-off machines.
January 21, 2022
Stihl Tsa 230 Display
Plate Compactors
Wacker Neuson Expands Gasoline, Battery-Powered Vibratory Plate Lines
Wacker Neuson America Corporation
The newly designed APS (battery) and BPS (gasoline) plates set a new standard in maneuverability and operator comfort and are suited for a variety of soil and asphalt compaction applications.
January 20, 2022
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Rental
Toro Unveils Prototype Electric Ultra Buggy at WOC
The Toro Company
Featuring a compact design and zero exhaust emissions, the new electric Ultra Buggy is ideal for indoor construction and renovation applications.
January 18, 2022
Toro Ultra Buggy
Compact Track Loaders
Bobcat T7X All-electric Compact Track Loader
Bobcat Co.
Battery power with electric actuation and propulsion completely eliminates the traditional hydraulic system and components.
January 8, 2022
Bobcat T7 X All Electric Compact Track Loader
Earthmoving
Large Machinery OEMs Explore Hydrogen Future
High power density requirements and long run times make hydrogen an attractive source to eliminate carbon production.
January 4, 2022
cellcentric's twin fuel-cell system for heavy-duty applications.
Equipment
Electric Construction Equipment Minimizes Carbon Footprint on Wildlife Refuge Trail Project
Volvo Construction Equipment
A Volvo electric compact excavator and compact wheel loader are used in a pilot project to help the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service explore ways to minimize its carbon footprint in natural areas.
November 19, 2021
The L25 Electric compact wheel loader is being used to haul and lay down gravel for a wheelchair-accessible half-mile trail around a pond and to clear brush.
Construction Technology
Caterpillar Alliance Seeks to Deliver an Autonomous, Net Zero Mining System
Strategic alliance between gold miner Newmont Corp. and Caterpillar seeks to deliver a comprehensive mining system including rapid deployment of an all-electric autonomous haulage fleet, with an initial investment of $100 million.
November 18, 2021
Autonomous Haulage System Control Room, Boddington, Western Australia (Photo: Business Wire)
Diesel Engines
What Could a U.S. Tier 5 Emissions Regulation Entail?
California has outlined the objectives, strategy and tactics to achieve the goals of a Tier 5 Diesel Off-Road Emission Standard.
November 18, 2021
CARB is currently evaluating stricter emissions regulations for off-road equipment engines.
Rental
Can Sustainability Be Profitable for Rental Companies?
Rental businesses need to do more today to stand out from their competitors. One of the most intriguing options is to embrace sustainability as people grow increasingly concerned about the environment.
November 18, 2021
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Power
How Rental Companies Can Monetize Sustainable Power Products
POWR2
Check out this article for 10 reasons why hybrid power is quickly becoming a more mainstream item and how it's a successful rental asset.
November 9, 2021
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Business
Vanguard Partners With JEM Technical for Battery Power
Briggs & Stratton (Vanguard)
JEM will utilize Vanguard Commercial Lithium-Ion Battery Packs in its customized engineering solutions for OEM customers.
November 2, 2021
Briggs & Stratton (Vanguard) battery
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